Japandi brings together Japanese craftsmanship and Scandi-inspired design, and the kitchen is the perfect place to try it. Think organic textures, natural materials and a calm, uncluttered feel that still works perfectly as a practical everyday space.
Keep Lines Clean And Simple
Fuss-free silhouettes are the essence of this look, leaving just enough room for subtle detailing like cane upholstery or a ridged surface here and there. Mix sleek, rigid pieces with tactile materials such as jute or rattan for a finish that feels calm rather than clinical, and let a soft rug or runner add warmth underfoot without cluttering the heavily-used floor space.
Build Around Natural Materials And Colour
Wooden surfaces tend to appear a little darker, so pale walls and light flooring help to balance things out somewhat and keep the room feeling airy rather than heavy. Cabinetry matters just as much as furniture here, and replacement kitchen doors in a plain, handleless slab front are one of the easiest ways to bring that pared-back Japandi cabinetry look to units you already have, without the cost or disruption of a full kitchen renovation or new installation.
If you’re planning that kind of refresh, it’s worth taking a look at what’s on offer at specialists such as //www.happy-doors.co.uk before you commit.
For a closer look at how the two styles work together in a kitchen, this piece on Japandi versus wabi-sabi kitchens is worth a read.
Add a few black accents to finish things off, and you’ve got a kitchen that feels calm and genuinely liveable.